Island View Riding Stables
Island View Riding Stables
Island View Riding Stables
4.5
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
About
Equestrian Escapes: Stay - Ride- Explore Island View is a family run Equestrian holiday centre in Ireland, right along the Atlantic coast. We offer horse riding holidays for individuals, families and small groups only. Its a very tailored holiday experience and you get to explore pristine sandy beaches, rugged Moorlands, ancient hills and our private tidal island on horseback. Your guide will match you with a horse to suit you and will accompany you on your rides. Beach rides, lessons, day rides to the stables' private island are all part of the riding holiday packages. Residential holiday packages start from 2 nights and 5 hours short breaks , right up to a week long Atlantic Trailweek.
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Libbyinfrance
Paris10 contributions
Sep 2023 • Solo
NOT TO BE MISSED FOR THE EXPERIENCED HORSE PERSON!
I booked a trip (called Wild Atlantic) a bit last minute as I was going to be in Northern Ireland for a family thing. I used Zara's Planet to find Ursula and Island View. I had a FANTASTIC week. I will definitely be back.
At first glance the stables (yard) seem modest. What is most important are the horses are amazingly well cared for, Ursula is a natural horsewoman and their team of guides are knowledgeable, kind and super fun!
I would recommend this ride for those that are experienced. At a minimum, you should be able to walk, trot and canter with ease. (If not there is a Mix and Match program where you can have some lessons and go on some more quiet rides). You will all be evaluated and given a suitable horse. The West coast of Ireland is rugged and the horses are sure footed and and sound. The stable boasts its own "private island" (true! ) and at low tide you ride across and get to see their mares and foals and other horses that may be having a rest out happily grazing on the island.
Each day was a different ride (two different islands) -- a ride to a famous castle and even up a mountain.
You are treated like family and if you care for horses as much as they do, you're likely to have a stellar ride.
I've been riding all my life, but have never been a fan of galloping fast. On one of the beaches (that seems miles long) -- I was given the opportunity to really gallop fully ( my guide's horse was not as fast ) so there I was galloping off down the beach! It was so fun I cried tears of joy at the end. The mare I was on was totally fine, took care of me and has now made me a lover of gallops on the beach.
I stayed at the B&B (the lookout) which also has 2 self-catering apartments which I highly recommend -- Joe, the host was a hoot and very accommodating. If you are riding with Island View I highly recommend the "Lookout" apartments over the hotel in town. The view of the horses grazing and the island never got old.
And, no joke, I saw 4 rainbows in one week! If that's not the luck of the Irish, I don't know what is!
Fabulous, rugged horses - totally knowledgeable and kind horsepeople.
A one of a kind experience. Thank you, Ursula and team! (I'll let you hear about the Irish-German love story on-site.
I booked a trip (called Wild Atlantic) a bit last minute as I was going to be in Northern Ireland for a family thing. I used Zara's Planet to find Ursula and Island View. I had a FANTASTIC week. I will definitely be back.
At first glance the stables (yard) seem modest. What is most important are the horses are amazingly well cared for, Ursula is a natural horsewoman and their team of guides are knowledgeable, kind and super fun!
I would recommend this ride for those that are experienced. At a minimum, you should be able to walk, trot and canter with ease. (If not there is a Mix and Match program where you can have some lessons and go on some more quiet rides). You will all be evaluated and given a suitable horse. The West coast of Ireland is rugged and the horses are sure footed and and sound. The stable boasts its own "private island" (true! ) and at low tide you ride across and get to see their mares and foals and other horses that may be having a rest out happily grazing on the island.
Each day was a different ride (two different islands) -- a ride to a famous castle and even up a mountain.
You are treated like family and if you care for horses as much as they do, you're likely to have a stellar ride.
I've been riding all my life, but have never been a fan of galloping fast. On one of the beaches (that seems miles long) -- I was given the opportunity to really gallop fully ( my guide's horse was not as fast ) so there I was galloping off down the beach! It was so fun I cried tears of joy at the end. The mare I was on was totally fine, took care of me and has now made me a lover of gallops on the beach.
I stayed at the B&B (the lookout) which also has 2 self-catering apartments which I highly recommend -- Joe, the host was a hoot and very accommodating. If you are riding with Island View I highly recommend the "Lookout" apartments over the hotel in town. The view of the horses grazing and the island never got old.
And, no joke, I saw 4 rainbows in one week! If that's not the luck of the Irish, I don't know what is!
Fabulous, rugged horses - totally knowledgeable and kind horsepeople.
A one of a kind experience. Thank you, Ursula and team! (I'll let you hear about the Irish-German love story on-site.
Written 8 October 2023
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Chloe
1 contribution
Nov 2021 • Friends
Went on the beach and bog trek on Sunday and it was so enjoyable. Would highly recommend it to anyone interested it doing it. Staff were so helpful and friendly. Will definitely be back to do it again :)
Written 8 November 2021
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Thank you for your lovely review!
Written 7 February 2022
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Hannah C
Belfast16 contributions
Nov 2021 • Solo
Had the best time. Booked a 2 hour beach ride for myself as a treat. The girl who took my trek was lovely and easy to talk to. Poppy was my horse and she was so nice to ride with a good temperament! Would recommend fo anyone and hope to come back again soon!
Written 6 November 2021
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timulster
Newry, UK22 contributions
Oct 2021 • Solo
Excellent friendly staff, quiet well mannered horses. Beautiful 1hr beach trek. Beautiful scenery. Reasonably priced.
Written 4 November 2021
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Jane T
6 contributions
Oct 2021 • Family
Highly recommended, had a wonderful afternoon trek down to the beach with the kids. Friendly, experienced staff that showed great care and guidance. Looking forward to our next visit.
Written 1 November 2021
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Clodagh G
2 contributions
Oct 2021 • Family
We had a great experience for our 1 hour horse riding on the beach. Amazing views on the beach and the gorgeous autumnal weather helped. The team were very helpful and really well organised.
Written 29 October 2021
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Charmir
Sligo, Ireland45 contributions
Oct 2021 • Family
We went horse riding this week for an hour and my daughter 10 and I enjoyed it. The horses were very calm, and there were a number of staff on hand when we went down to the beach. Would totally recommend it.
Written 29 October 2021
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Annica P
8 contributions
Oct 2021 • Family
Everything was just perfect. Great matched horses to great guides. Went for a four day trip. Beautifull speedy beachrides and wonderfull views. Lovely friendly personal working there and friendly horses. Hope to be able to come back for an island day in the summer. Big thanks to Bouncer an Poppy for having us feel safe on their backs.
Written 28 October 2021
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mariegarrykennedy2
5 contributions
Oct 2021
What a fantastic experience... We're just back from a gentle stroll/trot on the beach, it was on my bucket list for a long time and my hubby surprised me with that gift on a wild and rain-battered day, it couldn't have been better, he was very brave (first time rider) and I was very scared (hadn't been on a horse in 30 years, it's not exactly like a bike, you tend to forget the height of them!!!) Jessica my horse was a good match, but mainly the Team and especially the instructors were very professional, you feel like both the staff and animals are happy there. We felt very safe despite the dreadful weather, I always heard that the wind made the horses very nervous, but they were well kept in check by the instructors at all times. Can only recommend whatever your level or abilities, the magic of the beach will remind with us for a long time. We'll be back on a calmer sunny day for a gallop!
Written 26 October 2021
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Doyne M
1 contribution
Oct 2021 • Family
What an experience, it exceeded my expectations, value for money, fun, scenery was fantastic, horses were well matched to the riders abilities. Myself and my son had a ball the weather didn't put us off. We will be returning again soon we loved it so much.
Written 24 October 2021
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Luis Alejandroo R
Dublin, Ireland
Hi, could be possible to ride the horse by my self if I have experience. Fast ??
horseyursi
Grange, Ireland2 contributions
Hi, Experienced riders can of course ride at a faster pace than beginners, provided we are happy that the rider is safe to go at this speed. All our rides are guided so the guides will assess the riders and decide how fast the individual should go. If you are an experienced rider with a secure seat and can demonstrate that you can manage the horse and the horse is comfortable with you then yes no worries about going faster. But in the interest of safety and horse welfare we don't rent out horses unless there is one of our guides present on the ride.
ogarasonya5
Galway, Ireland1 contribution
So you cater for larger women
horseyursi
Grange, Ireland2 contributions
hi , We have a maximum weight limit of 220 pounds or 16 stone.
Hi I am hoping to go horse riding some time this year and would love to ride a horse on the beach. I would like to know how much it would cost per person to do this and are there buses that go directly to the stables? Thank you 😊
horseyursi
Grange, Ireland2 contributions
hi .
Thanks for your enquiry.
Its €28 for adults gor a 1hour trek and we do anything from 1 hour up to 5hours. Our website has a listing of all the different rides complete with a short description. The most popular Treks are the 1 hour beach ride or the 2hour beach and bog ride.
You can book by phone (tel 00353719166156) or use the booking form on our website . If booking less than 3 or 4 days in advance please book by phone .
There is a bus service (480 and 64) that passes the stables several times a day. the 480 bus will stop outside the stables on request , the 64 only if you get a very friendly driver . If the bus driver wont stop at the stables please get a ticket to the nearest village (Grange or Cliffoney) and phone us from there and we will collect you there free of charge.
Let us know when booking that you are coming out on public Transport and we can coordinate the time of your ride with the bus times.
We look forward to meeting you .
Best regards, Ursula
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Frequently Asked Questions about Island View Riding Stables
- Island View Riding Stables is open:
- Tue - Sun 09:00 - 18:00
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- (0.04 mi) The Lookout Grange
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- (1.42 mi) Rowanville Lodge
- (7.02 mi) Ocean Heights B&B
- (0.58 mi) Daffodil Cottage, Grange, County Sligo
- Restaurants near Island View Riding Stables:
- (2.29 mi) Langs Bar & Restaurant
- (1.65 mi) Harrison's Bar and Restaurant
- (6.75 mi) Vintage Lane Cafe
- (3.73 mi) Eithna's by the Sea
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